The new ₹200 note introduced by the RBI features a vibrant magenta color with images reflecting India’s heritage and culture. The front showcases the Mahatma Gandhi portrait, security features like a watermark, and the Ashoka Pillar emblem. The back features a depiction of the Mangalyaan, representing India’s space achievements.
Women experience issues like hormonal imbalance and digestive problems at various stages of life. Health experts suggest that these problems can be alleviated by incorporating certain ingredients into the diet. Foods like lettuce, apples, papaya, dosa, cumin, and ginger, which are rich in protein and fiber, can improve digestive health.
Some people drink tea while smoking cigarettes and beedis, but experts warn that this combination is dangerous for health. While tea increases blood flow, cigarettes reduce oxygen in the blood. This can increase the risk of esophageal cancer. Nicotine stimulates the nervous system and it can lead to ‘Irritable Bowel Syndrome’.
Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Paktika province killed 46 civilians, mostly women and children, triggering condemnation from the Taliban government. Islamabad claims the strikes targeted TTP militants, but eyewitnesses report widespread civilian casualties. The attacks are criticized as state-sponsored aggression.
Asma al-Assad, wife of ex-Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, is battling with leukemia with a 50% survival chance. Isolated to avoid infection, she is undergoing treatment after the blood cancer’s remission ended. The London-born ex-first lady previously beat breast cancer in 2019.
YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, shared his near-drowning experience on Instagram, revealing that he and his girlfriend were swept away by an underwater current while swimming in Goa. They were rescued by an IPS officer and his IRS wife. Allahbadia assured followers they are now safe and well.
BJP slammed Congress for showing distorted India map at an event in Karnataka’s Belagavi. BJP called the incident “shameful” and accused Congress of being hand-in-glove with US investor George Soros to destabilize the country. Posting photos the distorted map, BJP wrote, “Karnataka Congress utterly disrespected India’s sovereignty by displaying a distorted map. Thi...
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy clarified that he is not angry with Allu Arjun, emphasizing their long-standing rapport. He highlighted his duty to follow the law despite personal opinions. Revanth Reddy urged the film industry to address social issues and praised initiatives like the Gaddar Award and Dil Raju’s appointment as FDC Chairman.
The Delhi High Court sought Patanjali’s response to Dabur’s lawsuit over alleged disparagement of Dabur Chyawanprash in ads for Patanjali Special Chyawanprash. Justice Mini Pushkarna issued summons, directing the defendants to file a reply within 30 days. Dabur claims the ads include defamatory imputations against its market-leading product.
India’s pharmaceutical industry is poised for a major transformation by 2025, with AI, machine learning, and precision medicine driving innovation. Expected to grow to $130 billion by 2030, the industry aims to strengthen global access and quality. Key initiatives in research, innovation, and policies will position India as a global pharma hub.
In the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, 64.64 crore people voted, with women outnumbering men. Female voter turnout was 65.78%, slightly higher than men’s 65.55%. The number of women candidates also increased to 800. The Election Commission released this data to reinforce public trust in India’s electoral system, addressing voter turnout allegations.
A fire erupted in a transformer outside a hospital in Greater Noida on Thursday due to an electrical short circuit. Firefighters quickly responded and extinguished the flames. A motorcycle parked beneath the transformer was completely destroyed, but the nearby hospital, seven to eight meters away, remained unaffected.
India’s global trade share has doubled since 2005, with exports rising from 1.2% to 2.4% and imports from 1.5% to 2.9%. Services exports grew from 2% to 4.3%, accounting for 43.8% of total exports. Key drivers include trade agreements, Make in India, PLI schemes, and improved logistics. India’s performance in services leads globally.